English–Spanish
“shaman” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/tʃaˈman/
Example
El chamán curó al enfermo.
The shaman healed the sick person.
How to say “shaman” in Spanish
“Shaman” in Spanish is chamán.
Ritual leader who performs healing and spirit communication for the community.
Example sentences with chamán
Los vecinos respetan al chamán de la comunidad.
The neighbors respect the community's shaman.
Tips for using chamán
- Although English 'shaman' is a close cognate, chamán in Spanish often carries specific cultural connotations that do not always match the English sense.